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About College Mall - Bloomington
College Mall in Bloomington, operated by Simon Property Group, is a vibrant indoor regional shopping center featuring a modern outdoor boulevard as part of its newer development. While primarily a shopping destination, the center includes seating in the food court and common areas where guests can relax between visits to retailers and eateries. This page provides practical details to help visitors plan a smooth trip, including parking, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining choices.
We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward information to make your visit easy—whether you’re shopping, meeting friends, or planning a weekend in Bloomington. Consider this your insider guide to navigating College Mall with confidence.
Key conveniences at College Mall include free parking and accessible Bloomington Transit routes, specifically 3E (East College Mall / IU Health Hospital) and 9 (IU Campus / Mall). While there isn’t a formal seating chart, seating is available in the food court area and surrounding common spaces, making it simple to take a break or chat with friends between stores. The center also features a Boulevard expansion, offering an outdoor feel within the overall shopping experience. For lodging and dining, we highlight trusted partner hotels and nearby restaurants to help you plan convenient, comfortable stays around your visit.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 2894 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN 47401; Mall is operated by Simon Property Group.
- Venue type: Indoor regional shopping mall; not a single event venue.
- Parking: Parking at College Mall is free.
- Transit: Bloomington Transit routes 3E (East College Mall / IU Health Hospital) and 9 (IU Campus / Mall) serve the mall; campus routes and BT schedules are available.
- Seating/chart: No formal seating chart; seating exists in the food court area and surrounding common spaces.
- Nearby hotels: Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington (310 S College Ave), Holiday Inn Bloomington – University Area (1710 N Kinser Pike), Hampton Inn Bloomington (2100 N Walnut St).
- Notable events hosted: Dave & Buster’s opened in College Mall in 2025 (731 S College Mall Rd); Red Robin opened to replace the former T.G.I. Friday’s (announced 2016); Target opened a new anchor in 2004; JCPenney closed in 2001; TGI Friday’s opened in 2005.
- Boulevard expansion: The center features an outdoor boulevard as part of a newer development within College Mall.